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China Considers Reforms to Boost Income Amid Deflation
8/23/2025
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Story summary
- China is considering reforms to increase household income and consumption due to ongoing deflation.
- Proposed measures include raising rural pensions and enhancing family subsidies.
- Previous strategies, such as the 2015 housing investment boom, are not being fully utilized, raising recovery concerns.
- Consumer spending remains weak despite a stock market rally, and deflationary pressures continue.
